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UNMC, UNL to highlight research collaborations
Researchers at UNMC and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln today will highlight to the University of Nebraska Board of Regents how they are meeting the challenge of 21st century science through collaborative projects.
Nov 8, 2002
College of Dentistry helps colleagues recovery
The UNMC College of Dentistry Lincoln recently practiced random acts of kindness for two employees.
Nov 8, 2002
Russian nurses learn about American health care
Though separated a world apart in terms of distance, culture and health care systems, the love of nursing recently brought together American and Russian nurse leaders who forged an instant bond.
The UNMC College of Nursing hosted an educational visit of eight Russian nurse leaders Oct. 17-22, in an effort to show their colleagues how health policy efforts can improve the health of their communities. The visiting Russian women were chief nursing officers, managers and professors.
Nov 7, 2002
Native American Heritage dancing, art exhibit Nov. 14
The campus is invited to share an appreciation of the richness of Native American culture Thursday, Nov. 14, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Durham Outpatient Center West Atrium. See story for details.
Nov 7, 2002
Larsen earns Chancellor’s Gold ‘U’ Award for November
During working hours, don’t be surprised to find Sandy Larsen jumping up and down, playing pat-a-cake or reading children’s stories. It’s all part of her job as lead teacher in the Bear Room at the UNMC Child Development Center. For her outstanding performance and service, Larsen has received the Chancellor’s Gold ‘U’ Award for November.
Nov 6, 2002
Allied Health Professions Week Nov. 3-9
Allied Health Professions Week will be celebrated nationally Nov. 3-9 to honor health care providers working in the more than 80 allied health professions.
Nov 5, 2002
Sharing info with family — a weekly HIPAA message
HIPAA, the “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996,” provides federal protection of patient health information. You will be receiving weekly messages to help you understand the topic and how it impacts your job. Today’s HIPAA message addresses sharing information with a spouse or looking at a friend or family’s medical record.
Nov 5, 2002
UNMC Benefits Corner — how much will my health insurance pay?
The UNMC Human Resources office will be sharing a series of articles designed to help employees better understand their benefits. This week’s UNMC Benefits Corner details how much an employee’s health insurance will pay for medical treatment and prescriptions.
Nov 5, 2002
UNMC faculty member Dr. Al-Omaishi dies
Jinan Al-Omaishi, M.D., assistant professor in UNMC’s department of neurological sciences, died Sunday, Nov. 3, after battling cancer. She was 41.
Nov 5, 2002
UNMC helps develop cancer information resources for patients
In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the UNMC Eppley Cancer Center is pleased to announce their participation in the release of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)’s Lung Cancer Treatment Guidelines for Patients.
Nov 4, 2002